Planning a destination wedding can be such an exciting adventure filled with beautiful memories. However, if you or your guests plan to bring their little ones along, the logistics can get a bit tricky. Balancing the fun of wedding events with the needs of children can be challenging, and finding trustworthy babysitters in a new location can add more stress.
In this guide, we’ll explore practical childcare solutions that will help keep the little ones happy and allow the adults to focus on the wedding festivities. With a bit of planning, you can create a memorable experience for everyone involved, making your special day enjoyable for all ages!
The Guest List: Are Kids Invited?
Before arranging childcare for your wedding, decide if and where kids will be welcome throughout the day. You may want a child-free ceremony but welcome kids to hit the dance floor with the adults, or you may wish to have kids present throughout the entire day. Of course, you can also opt for a child-free wedding. Deciding how and where you want kids involved in your big day is an important decision that will shape your childcare plans, so take a moment to think it through. If you decide to include little ones on your wedding day, the following tips and ideas are for you!
Childcare Options for Your Destination Wedding
Find a Local Babysitter
Bringing your kiddos? You might be far from home, but there are babysitters around the country ready to help make your dream wedding day a reality. Consider reaching out to a childcare agency local to your destination wedding to ensure the kids will be in the safest and most experienced hands. Agencies like Jovie will have direct connections to professional, background-checked babysitters who are experts in creating a fun, safe environment just for kids during your big day! A local babysitter can provide care in your hotel room or in a designated place at the venue.
Extend Wedding Childcare to Guests
If you’re planning a kid-friendly destination wedding, local babysitting agencies like Jovie can help coordinate event childcare. Event childcare services can take care of up to 20 kids at a time. It’s important to let your babysitter know if the number of kids might change, especially if parents want their children to join in some parts of the wedding. Having on-site event childcare with multiple babysitters can help the wedding flow seamlessly. The babysitting service will even work with your event planner and the wedding venue to set up a special area filled with games, crafts, and maybe even a cozy movie corner to keep the kids entertained. This option is perfect for families who want to keep their children nearby or for those incorporating a flower girl or ring bearer into their ceremony and photographs.
Bring Your Favorite Nanny With You
If you have a trusted nanny or sitter your kids love, why not invite them along to your event? Just be sure to talk beforehand about things like work hours, extra overtime pay, travel logistics, and accommodations. This way, everyone knows what to expect. Ask how many children they’re comfortable watching at once to be sure it meets the needs of your guests. If they agree, consider sharing your nanny’s information with guests before the wedding so they can reach out with any needs or concerns.
Find Childcare for Your Destination Wedding with Jovie
At Jovie, we have a team of qualified and caring childcare professionals ready to make your wedding day enjoyable and stress-free. We take safety seriously—every babysitter undergoes thorough background checks and is well-trained to provide the best care for your little ones. This way, you and your guests can relax and fully enjoy the celebration, knowing that your kids are in great hands. Let Jovie help make your destination wedding enjoyable for everyone, big or small!
